Yami Gautam’s courtroom drama Haq is getting a second life — and a louder round of applause — after its Netflix release. While the film earned strong reviews during its theatrical run last year, it’s now drawing fresh praise from industry insiders, with Farah Khan leading the cheer.
“Get Ready to Receive Every Award”
After watching Haq, Farah Khan took to Instagram Stories to share her reaction, and she didn’t hold back. Posting the film’s poster, the filmmaker called Yami’s performance “outstanding”, boldly adding that the actor should prepare to receive “every award.” Farah also praised Emraan Hashmi, calling it his best work to date.
The post quickly caught attention online, adding momentum to the film’s growing appreciation on OTT.
Industry Praise Keeps Rolling In
Farah isn’t alone. Kiara Advani also shared her admiration after streaming the film, describing Yami’s work as “beautiful.” Sanjay Kapoor echoed similar sentiments, calling Haq an excellent watch. The steady stream of praise suggests the film has finally found its audience beyond box office numbers.
Why Haq Is Striking a Chord Now
Directed by Suparn Verma, Haq stars Yami Gautam Dhar as Bano, a woman who takes a legal stand after her husband marries his cousin. The film draws inspiration from the landmark Shah Bano case, exploring the delicate intersection of faith, personal law, and constitutional rights.
Alongside Yami and Emraan Hashmi, Sheeba Chaddha plays a key supporting role. Despite strong reviews, the film earned only around ₹29 crore worldwide during its theatrical run — a figure that didn’t reflect the critical response it received.
Since premiering on Netflix on January 2, Haq has clearly resonated with a wider audience, sparking conversations that were perhaps muted during its cinema release.
Yami Gautam Responds
Reacting to the renewed love, Yami expressed her gratitude on social media, saying the response has been deeply fulfilling — not just as an actor, but also as a woman. Her note reflected quiet pride rather than celebration, mirroring the film’s restrained tone.
Final Words
Haq may not have dominated the box office, but its OTT run is proving that meaningful stories often age well. With industry voices like Farah Khan openly backing Yami Gautam’s performance, the film’s legacy now seems far bigger than its theatrical numbers.
